UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community—but more importantly, it’s a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. It’s this approach that makes our work matter—and why we’re recognised as one of the world’s top 20 universities and ranked Australia’s #1 university, as well as a proud member of the prestigious Group of Eight. If you’re looking for a role where you can shape change, thrive in complexity, and see the real impact of your work every day, you’re in the right place.
The Senior Functional Analyst will provide functional design and configuration, drawing upon their expertise and experience, to deliver the design and development of solutions that are aligned to meet current and future needs, ensure they are integrated across the organisation and established methods and standards are followed. This position reports to the Lead Business Analyst and has no direct reports.
Lead the design, configuration and continuous improvement of HR systems, partnering with stakeholders to deliver solutions that meet business needs and maximise the value of PeopleSoft, Oracle Fusion and related technologies. Drive process improvements, provide expert functional advice and support system enhancements that improve the effectiveness, efficiency and user experience of HR services.
Provide advanced functional support for HR systems, ensuring their performance, integrity and ongoing optimisation. Collaborate with business users, project teams and technical specialists to assess requirements, implement system changes, manage testing and releases, and support the successful delivery of projects and operational initiatives.
Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships, contributing to effective change management, user adoption and business outcomes through clear communication, impact assessment, guidance and continuous improvement of system capabilities and processes.
For further details on the benefits, please visit https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au/lifestyle-benefits
To apply: Please submit your CV, Cover Letter and responses addressing the required Who you are criteria.
Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role; valid Australian working rights are required on application.
Pre-Employment Checks
As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.
Contact: Jen MacLachlan - Talent Acquisition Partner- e: j.maclachlan@unsw.edu.au
Please apply through the application portal as we do not accept direct applications to the email above.
Applications close: Monday 2nd of November at 11.30pm
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
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